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NEMA Publishes Incandescent Bulb Phase-Out Brochure

The National Electrical Manufacturers Association (NEMA) has published a brochure that clarifies the upcoming phase-out of incandescent light bulbs. Beginning in 2012, and a year earlier in California, traditional 100-watt, 75-watt, 60-watt, and 40-watt bulbs will be phased out, with a completion date of 2014. Based on the average number of sockets per household, NEMA [...]

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New York State Tax Department Backs Away From Retroactive Sales Tax Enforcement

From the November issue of IALD Reflections, revealing a victory for the lighting design community, and illustrating the effectiveness of the industry banding together to lobby government based on common interests: The IALD is very pleased that the New York State Department of Taxation and Finance has officially committed not to seek payment of sales [...]

Codes + Standards, Energy + Environment, Legislation + Regulation

Army Announces New Policies on Energy Efficiency

Assistant Secretary of the Army for Installations, Energy and the Environment Katherine Hammack issued a new policy memorandum to improve high performance green buildings standards for the Army. “Energy security, sustainability and efficiency are national security imperatives,” said Hammack. “This policy supports the Army’s global missions in a cost-effective, safe and sustainable manner that will [...]

Construction + Economy, Legislation + Regulation

AIA Urges 112th Congress To Set a Pro-Growth, Sustainable Economic Agenda

On behalf of its 80,000 members nationwide, the American Institute of Architects (AIA) recently sent letters to each member of the new 112th Congress, congratulating them on their election and promising to work with both political parties to foster policies that encourage job creation in the hard-hit design and construction industry. “As community leaders, architects [...]

Legislation + Regulation

NEMA-Backed Federal Buildings Personnel Training Act of 2010 Passes Congress

The U.S. House of Representatives has passed S3250, the Federal Buildings Personnel Training Act of 2010, which includes provisions backed by NEMA. President Obama is expected to sign the bill into law.

Legislation + Regulation

European Entrepreneur Has Solution to Incandescent Lamp Standards: Introducing the Heat Ball

A European entrepreneur is selling incandescent lamps as “heat balls” to get around the European ban going into effect this year. No, I’m not making this up! We’ll probably see all sorts of shenanigans like this in 2012 when the U.S. standards start to go into effect. What is so terrible about simply buying energy-saving [...]

Energy + Environment, Legislation + Regulation, Lighting Design, Lighting Industry

IES Publishes Position Statement on Indoor Lighting Efficiency

The Illuminating Engineering Society has published PS-05-10 – Standards for Energy Efficient Indoor Lighting, a position statement on the subject of imposing energy standards on indoor lighting technology, such as efficacy standards for luminaires. IES “believes that technology independent approaches are the best way to provide energy reductions and to stimulate future energy savings.” IES [...]

Education + Resources, Legislation + Regulation

NEMA Publishes LSD 11-2010 White Paper on Outdoor Lighting Issues and Quality Lighting Applications

The National Electrical Manufacturers Association (NEMA) has published LSD 11-2010 White Paper on Outdoor Lighting Issues and Quality Lighting Applications. This white paper, last published in 2004, was produced by NEMA’s Lighting Systems Division. LSD 11 identifies specific lighting issues, defines correct lighting terminology, and provides straightforward technical guidance applicable to outdoor lighting installations in [...]

Education + Resources, Events, Legislation + Regulation, Lighting Design

IES to Host Webcast on Outdoor Model Lighting Ordinance on October 13, 2010

This presentation will provide you with an overview of the Model Lighting Ordinance (MLO) developed by IES in association with International Dark Sky Association. Participants will learn how the MLO: * Permits reasonable uses of outdoor lighting for night-time safety, utility, security, productivity, enjoyment and commerce * Minimizes adverse off-site impacts including light trespass and [...]

Education + Resources, Energy + Environment, Events, Legislation + Regulation

IES to Host Annual Conference in Toronto November 7-9, 2010

The Illuminating Engineering Society has announced its Annual Conference. This year, the conference will focus on how the lighting industry is being transformed by energy standards and whether these priorities can be met while providing good lighting quality. The day prior to the conference sessions (Sunday) begins with a welcome by IES President, John Selander, [...]

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